Ibanez AUT10-OPN Natural

A Different Ibanez Approach to the Tenor Ukulele

The AU series stands out with uncommon luthiery: instead of a traditional top/sides/back assembly, the body is hollowed out from a solid block of wood, then complemented by a glued-on top. The result: a lightweight, responsive instrument that feels very pleasant under the fingers, with ergonomic features (armrest, comfort heel) and a stereo sound port designed for both solo playing and accompaniment.

For Which Musicians and Styles?

The Ibanez AUT10-OPN is aimed at guitarists transitioning to the tenor ukulele, intermediate ukulele players seeking comfort, as well as discerning beginners. Its tenor format (scale length 17" / 432 mm) offers more ease on the neck and an ideal sound presence for fingerstyle, pop, folk, light jazz, and vocal accompaniment.

Sound Characteristics

Its spruce top promotes clarity and attack, while the back and sides in solid paulownia (single piece) provide a sense of responsiveness and lightness in projection. The amaranth fingerboard and bridge contribute to clear definition, with clean sustain and balanced tone. The stereo sound port enhances the player's monitoring, useful for better dynamic nuance in playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and balance, a set of Aquila Nylblack Tenor strings (the same type as factory-installed) is a safe choice for replacement.

Technical specifications

Format	AU tenor	Nut width	1.5" / 37 mm
Construction	chambered body (acoustic), back and sides in one piece	Width at ends	47 mm at 14th fret
Top	spruce	Fingerboard	amaranth
Back	solid paulownia	Number of frets	19
Sides	solid paulownia	Radius	15.75" / 400 mm
Finish	open-pore polyurethane	Inlays	white dots
Body depth	2.54" / 64.6 mm	Bridge	Purpleheart double-hole
Body width	8.85" / 225 mm	Nut	plastic
Body length	11.81" / 300 mm	Nut material	plastic
Depth at joint	60 mm	String spacing	15 mm
Depth at end	64.6 mm	Tuners	black molded
Total length	665 mm	Stereo sound system	yes
Body thickness	64.6 mm	Elevated comfort armrest	yes
Neck type	AUT	Beveled cutaway	yes
Body/neck joint	glued	Comfort heel without edge	yes
Neck position relative to body	14th fret	String gauge	.026/.033/.039/.029
Material	okoumé	Special strings	Aquila Nylblack Tenor
Neck thickness (1st fret)	19 mm	Tuning (from top to bottom)	1A, 2E, 3C, 4G
Neck thickness (7th fret)	21.4 mm	Included gig bag	yes
Scale length	17" / 432 mm	Other included items	Ukulele starter guide, Aquila label, manual